Honoring Representative Irma Rangel and the sixth anniversary of the opening of the Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School in Dallas.
Impact
The resolution reinforces the importance of educational institutions that focus on leadership and empowering young women through targeted learning strategies. By commemorating the school's anniversary, HR319 aims to inspire further advancements in educational equity and access, especially in single-gender educational environments. The school focuses on leadership and community engagement, encouraging students to aspire to become leaders and active citizens in their communities.
Summary
HR319 is a resolution that recognizes the Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School in Dallas, Texas, on the occasion of its sixth anniversary. The bill pays tribute to the school’s dedication to providing high-quality education tailored to the specific learning needs of young women, as well as its namesake, Irma Rangel, who was a pioneering figure in Texas politics and education. The resolution not only celebrates the achievements of the school but also highlights Rangel's contributions to the State’s educational landscape.
Contention
While HR319 is primarily a commemorative resolution and is unlikely to face significant opposition, it brings to light broader discussions around educational policies, particularly in regard to gender-specific programming in schools. The effectiveness and necessity of all-girls schools can be a topic of debate, specifically regarding how they meet the varied needs of students and challenge stereotypes surrounding education and gender roles. This resolution serves to honor both the institution and its founder while potentially prompting discussions about the future of gender-targeted education in Texas.
Directing the Texas Facilities Commission to name the building being constructed in Phase Two of the Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan at the northwest corner of Congress Avenue and 15th Street the Irma Rangel Building.
Directing the Texas Facilities Commission to name the building being constructed in Phase Two of the Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan at the northwest corner of Congress Avenue and 15th Street the Irma Rangel Building.
Directing the Texas Facilities Commission to name the building being constructed in Phase Two of the Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan at the northwest corner of Congress Avenue and 15th Street the Irma Rangel Building.
Directing the Texas Facilities Commission to name the building being constructed in Phase Two of the Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan at the northwest corner of Congress Avenue and 15th Street the Irma Rangel Building.
Commending Saul Armando Fontes for his service as a Fellow of the Moreno/Rangel Legislative Leadership Program and as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Armando Walle.
Commending Jose Camacho for his service as a legislative aide and Moreno/Rangel Legislative Leadership Program Fellow in the office of State Representative Abel Herrero.